Police have arrested three people during a major operation in Scarborough today (Tuesday).
Armed officers were called in after an incident at a flat in the town centre early this morning.
It is in the Valley Bridge area. A cordon placed around the scene has now been lifted.
Pavilion Terrace, Scarborough
Three men, aged 46, 37 and 23, have been arrested in connection with this incident for violent disorder.
The 46-year-old man has been taken to Scarborough District Hospital for observation.
The cordon remained in place while police searched the scene. All roads have now reopened.
Earlier, a North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “We received a report this morning at 6.45am about an incident in a flat at Pavilion Terrace, Scarborough.
“This is currently ongoing and officers are at the scene.
“Road closures are currently in place at Valley Bridge Parade and Somerset Terrace, and we request that people please avoid this area.”
Many armed police have been seen in the area. A number of police vehicles are at the scene along with a number of ambulances.
The pavement leading to Tesco is also cordoned off.
Police have told residents that the incident could be ongoing for several hours.
